22/05/2026
❓Have you heard about the Pride in Place Community Board Independent Chair position?
🤝The Independent Chair will help bring people together to shape the future of Seacroft. This role is about listening deeply to the community, building a shared vision, and supporting local people to lead change.
⭐️Could this be you, or someone you know? Applications are OPEN! Find out more here:
https://connectedseacroft.org/pages/pride-in-place-how-can-you-get-involved/neighbourhood-board-independent-chair
The Chair is not there to control decisions, but to enable others to take part and ensure that community voices drive the programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Chair the Neighbourhood Board in an open, inclusive, and collaborative way
- Bring together residents, community groups, local organisations, and partners
- Support the development of a long-term Pride in Place plan based on community priorities
- Work alongside the Local Authority, MP, and local rooted organisations and networks
- Represent the Board and the community externally
- Ensure that all voices are heard, particularly those less often included
What Kind of Person We Are Looking For
You might:
- Care deeply about Seacroft and want to see it thrive
- Be someone people trust, or someone ready to grow into that role
- Be good at listening and making sure everyone is heard
- Be able to bring people together, even when views differ
- Be open to learning, feedback, and development
You do not need:
- Formal leadership experience
- Previous board experience
Values and Approach
This role is rooted in a community-led, asset-based approach. This means:
- Focusing on strengths, not deficits
- Building on what already exists in the community
- Supporting people to step into leadership
- Working collaboratively rather than directing from the top
- Ensuring decisions reflect community voice